If I choose and pay for my seat months ahead, a family has no right to expect me to trade seats for their convenience. On planes I see little effort made by most parents to control their children’s anti-social behavior regardless of how close their children sit next to them. If they want their children close, they should plan ahead rather than relying on their sense of entitlement at the last minute to enforce their preferences on others. Any child who cannot handle sitting in the assigned seat that was bought for them should not be flying on a public carrier in the first place. It is not the responsibility of solo adult passengers to make it work for them.
Depends on the circumstances. If it's a move to a higher class/better seat then yes. If it is a downgrade, then no. There's a reason people select and pay a premium for the seats that they want on a flight.
ABSOLUTELY NOT. I pay extra for a premium seat b/c I have a bad hip and I have sciatica and after being seated for an hour I have to move and stretch b/c of the discomfort this condition causes me and my wiggling around can be irritating to other passengers. This is why I plan ahead and pay more. I am tired of people thinking p*ss poor planning on their part becomes my problem simply b/c they think they are entitled to have their whims catered to by others.
If you have pre-booked a window or aisle seat and the swap is not to the same type of seat, no. Definitely not. If it's a downgrade, never. As long as the seat offered is equal or greater quality for the solo flyer then be courteous.
I’d like to tell you a story. It happened a few years ago. I was on a United flight from IAH to SFO and I had an aisle seat, which I had paid full price for. I had “Global Service” status because of my frequent travel, but was a little late getting to the gate. When I got on the plane, a pre-boarder, who happened to be, shall we say, a “circumferentially extended” Rabi was sitting in my seat. He actually had the middle seat, but refused to move and give me my seat. He said his status as a man of the Jewish faith should not have to give up his place. I pointed out that it was not his assigned seat. He became belligerent and obnoxious. I asked the cabin crew for assistance and they asked him to move but he refused, citing again his own perceived status as a Rabi and his right to sit wherever he wanted. After about ten minutes, the senior flight attendant and asked if I would give up my seat and instead move up to first class. I said no, but since the Rabi thought he was so important, perhaps he would like to have the first class seat. He was not only shocked, but clearly belittled by this and all the passengers around applauded as he got up and left. This was the second time I had this type of experience and there is nothing quite as satisfying as watching an arrogant self important pompous ass have to eat humble pie. When I left the plane he was waiting at the top of the gangway and he thanked me for my action…..I hope he learned his lesson!
If it's for an upgrade or better seat, then yes, I'll move. But for the convenience of others, no.. because I paid for that seat earlier.. meaning, I invested time and effort to get a seat where I'll be comfortable. While those people, bothering someone else for their convenience only invest on sob stories. If they can get away with it the first time, why would they bother investing time and effort for their convenience next time?
If I pay for my seat and I like getting an aisle seat I am not going to switch because I booked it ahead of time. It is not my fault. The family didn’t think ahead.
No. I always choose in advance and pay extra when asked. I need to be in the isle with extra leg room. And, if I can’t get those considerations, I book a different flight.
Interesting (possible) dilemma … give up your seat so a family can sit together and be physically uncomfortable during the trip plus a week or so after arriving at your destination (I am handicapped and require an aisle seat for comfort) … or, refuse to trade and end up babysitting the toddler not sitting with their parent?!!! Unfair, either way.
Honestly when it's about a *child* they should be seated with at least one of their responsable adults, however that job is for the airline, and I always try to give them a "worth to give up seat (seated in the first seats, aisle or window)" so passangers are more willing to change seats because it benefits them. For family, it's just for courtesy because as long as the children are next to at least one of their caretakers, the rest is if others want to help, but taking in consideration these factors before asking for changes.
I was stupid enough to move my seat twice. I was not asked, I was told to move for family members. NEVER AGAIN! Neither party so much as Said Thank You. That included the flight attendant.😮
F no. If I plan in advance, and get the seat I want, I’M SITTING IN THAT SEAT. BUY YOUR TICKETS FAR ENOUGH IN ADVANCE TO GET SEATS TOGETHER. And, no, it doesn’t depend.
Traveling etiquette, you can ask the question but if it’s not answer to your liking then go sit down in your seat that you booked and paid for. Period end of story, Karen.
If it isn't imperative for the family to be seated together, they shouldn't even ask. If it is imperative that they be seated together, they should have booked else, don't even ask.
I think people who don't plan ahead and can't sit together, plan on someone switching with them, because they have children. That's why they get mad when they are turned down.
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If I choose and pay for my seat months ahead, a family has no right to expect me to trade seats for their convenience. On planes I see little effort made by most parents to control their children’s anti-social behavior regardless of how close their children sit next to them. If they want their children close, they should plan ahead rather than relying on their sense of entitlement at the last minute to enforce their preferences on others. Any child who cannot handle sitting in the assigned seat that was bought for them should not be flying on a public carrier in the first place. It is not the responsibility of solo adult passengers to make it work for them.
Depends on the circumstances. If it's a move to a higher class/better seat then yes. If it is a downgrade, then no. There's a reason people select and pay a premium for the seats that they want on a flight.
ABSOLUTELY NOT. I pay extra for a premium seat b/c I have a bad hip and I have sciatica and after being seated for an hour I have to move and stretch b/c of the discomfort this condition causes me and my wiggling around can be irritating to other passengers. This is why I plan ahead and pay more. I am tired of people thinking p*ss poor planning on their part becomes my problem simply b/c they think they are entitled to have their whims catered to by others.
Short answer...No. The parents can do the same thing as me...pick your seats early.
If you have pre-booked a window or aisle seat and the swap is not to the same type of seat, no. Definitely not. If it's a downgrade, never. As long as the seat offered is equal or greater quality for the solo flyer then be courteous.
I’d like to tell you a story. It happened a few years ago. I was on a United flight from IAH to SFO and I had an aisle seat, which I had paid full price for. I had “Global Service” status because of my frequent travel, but was a little late getting to the gate. When I got on the plane, a pre-boarder, who happened to be, shall we say, a “circumferentially extended” Rabi was sitting in my seat. He actually had the middle seat, but refused to move and give me my seat. He said his status as a man of the Jewish faith should not have to give up his place. I pointed out that it was not his assigned seat. He became belligerent and obnoxious. I asked the cabin crew for assistance and they asked him to move but he refused, citing again his own perceived status as a Rabi and his right to sit wherever he wanted. After about ten minutes, the senior flight attendant and asked if I would give up my seat and instead move up to first class. I said no, but since the Rabi thought he was so important, perhaps he would like to have the first class seat. He was not only shocked, but clearly belittled by this and all the passengers around applauded as he got up and left. This was the second time I had this type of experience and there is nothing quite as satisfying as watching an arrogant self important pompous ass have to eat humble pie. When I left the plane he was waiting at the top of the gangway and he thanked me for my action…..I hope he learned his lesson!
Not if you had to pay for that seat.
If it's for an upgrade or better seat, then yes, I'll move. But for the convenience of others, no.. because I paid for that seat earlier.. meaning, I invested time and effort to get a seat where I'll be comfortable. While those people, bothering someone else for their convenience only invest on sob stories. If they can get away with it the first time, why would they bother investing time and effort for their convenience next time?
If I pay for my seat and I like getting an aisle seat I am not going to switch because I booked it ahead of time. It is not my fault. The family didn’t think ahead.
Nope! Only for exit row situations and by request of cabin crew
Not giving my extra legroom aisle seat due to medical reasons.
Only if I get an upgrade.
The family could have booked and paid for seats together.
Simple answer…No
No. I always choose in advance and pay extra when asked. I need to be in the isle with extra leg room. And, if I can’t get those considerations, I book a different flight.
Interesting (possible) dilemma … give up your seat so a family can sit together and be physically uncomfortable during the trip plus a week or so after arriving at your destination (I am handicapped and require an aisle seat for comfort) … or, refuse to trade and end up babysitting the toddler not sitting with their parent?!!! Unfair, either way.
NO!!
Honestly when it's about a *child* they should be seated with at least one of their responsable adults, however that job is for the airline, and I always try to give them a "worth to give up seat (seated in the first seats, aisle or window)" so passangers are more willing to change seats because it benefits them. For family, it's just for courtesy because as long as the children are next to at least one of their caretakers, the rest is if others want to help, but taking in consideration these factors before asking for changes.
It’s called weight and balance!
I was stupid enough to move my seat twice. I was not asked, I was told to move for family members. NEVER AGAIN! Neither party so much as Said Thank You. That included the flight attendant.😮
I agree with your opinion, no 😃
No
uh, no............
if i pay for a certain seat then hell no
F no. If I plan in advance, and get the seat I want, I’M SITTING IN THAT SEAT.
BUY YOUR TICKETS FAR ENOUGH IN ADVANCE TO GET SEATS TOGETHER.
And, no, it doesn’t depend.
Absolutely not 💪😎
I was arupid to enough to mive my seat t wi
I still rememember upsetting a mother and her bawling brat. I suggested they go play outside. We were at 36000 feet at the time.
When you own the plane. You can make the rules
Traveling etiquette, you can ask the question but if it’s not answer to your liking then go sit down in your seat that you booked and paid for. Period end of story, Karen.
I think it is okay to ask but not okay to expect someone else to pay for your laziness or mistakes.
yes if they transfer me to first class
No.
If it isn't imperative for the family to be seated together, they shouldn't even ask. If it is imperative that they be seated together, they should have booked else, don't even ask.
No, but if you Venmo me $500 right this minute then I’ll move. Otherwise….PACK SAND!
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I think people who don't plan ahead and can't sit together, plan on someone switching with them, because they have children. That's why they get mad when they are turned down.
Surely the airline should have settled this at booking.
Definitely yes because the solo passenger is alone and the other ones are not alone therefore they can easily beat him up. Common sense…
No
No